adidas Unveils the D Lillard 2

adidas is set to launch Damian Lillard‘s second signature shoe, simply named the D Lillard 2. Engineered to facilitate the point guard’s unmatched athleticism and attacking mentality, the D Lillard 2 is constructed with a TECHFIT booty, forefoot webbing and heel counter, along with BOUNCE cushioning in the midsole for lightweight comfort. Additionally, an internal torsion bar delivers midfoot flexibility. Personal notes abound throughout the design, many centering around Lillard’s Oakland, California, roots. There are Oak Print hits — inspired by the iconic tree logo featured on the “Welcome to Oakland” sign and Damian’s hometown tattoos — at the heel counter, midsole and eyelets, while details engraved in the outsole’s traction pattern include even more personal signifiers: Damian’s “Dame” nickname on the base of the toe cap; “Oak” on the right shoe with “Land” on the left; Brookfield — the neighborhood he grew up in — featured at the center of the outsole; and Suga Gee, his mother’s nickname, appearing on the silhouette’s heel. Retailing for $105, the D Lillard 2 launches online in a limited capacity on December 26, followed by a January 22nd global release for the “Rip City” (home) colorway and February 5 in a “Road” edition.